Archive for October, 2014
CellOne Island Basketball League Kicks Off
The CellOne Island Basketball League tipped off last night [Oct 29] inside the Somersfield Academy Gymnasium with a men’s double-header. In the opener the Hoop Stars took on the Court Kings, and then the Rim Rockers took on the Twisters, with a total of 163 points scored on the night. The Hoop Stars built an early lead and managed to hold off the... Read more of this article
Aspen Declares Dividends On Various Shares
Bermuda-based Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited has declared a quarterly cash dividend on Aspen’s ordinary shares of $0.20 per ordinary share. The dividend is payable on December 2, 2014 to the holders of record as of the close of business on November 13, 2014. Aspen’s Board of Directors also declared a dividend on its 7.401% Perpetual Non-Cumulative... Read more of this article
Blue Capital Reports 2014 Q3 Financial Results
Blue Capital Reinsurance Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda holding company that offers collateralized reinsurance in the property catastrophe market and invests in various insurance-linked securities, today reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2014. The Company’s net income and operating income for the quarter was $3.2 million [$0.37 per... Read more of this article
Validus Q3 2014 Net Income: $39.7 Million
Bermuda-based Validus Holdings, Ltd. reported net income available to Validus of $39.7 million, or $0.41 per diluted common share, for the three months ended September 30, 2014, compared to $183.4 million, or $1.77 per diluted common share, for the three months ended September 30, 2013. Net income available to Validus was $355.4 million, or $3.70 per... Read more of this article
Sailors Rescued As Gonzalo Approached
Two mariners were rescued from their yacht on Friday [Oct 17] after suffering maneuverability issues and weather stress while approximately 200 nautical miles off Bermuda as Hurricane Gonzalo approached. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “On Friday 17th October 9.50am, Bermuda Islander, approximately 200nm NW of Bermuda,... Read more of this article
3pm: 172 Customers Remain Without Power
[Updated] BELCO said that as of 6:00pm this evening [Oct 29], approximately 446 customers remain without power. ”Tomorrow, as BELCO Dispatch Operators will be sending out crews to the remaining small jobs, we will no longer be posting lists of where crews will be working,” a spokesperson said. “To do so would create confusion for... Read more of this article
Commercial Bowling League Round Up
In Commercial League Bowling action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Alley Pals defeat the BPS Blue Lanterns 4 – 0, the Super Stars defeated the Strikers 4 – 0, B.T.C. defeated the Braves 4 – 0, while the Sweet Life defeated Gard Do It Best 3 – 1. The Spinners defeated Double Trouble 3 – 1 and the Sunset defeated Team Unsponsored 3 – 1. Women’s... Read more of this article
Photos: YMSC Shut Out Ireland Rangers 6-0
Footballers in the Premier Division and First Division have all seen action recently, with the Young Men Social Club, Southampton Rangers, and PHC Zebras earning wins, while two other matches ended in draws. In the First Division, Young Men Social Club defeated Ireland Rangers 6 – 0 while Devonshire Colts drew their match with Somerset Eagles 1 –... Read more of this article
Photos: $70 Million Super Yacht Back In Bermuda
The $70 million super yacht “Lady S” is back in Bermuda, where it is presently docked at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. At last report, the 225-foot long vessel is owned by Daniel Snyder, an American billionaire best known as the owner of the Washington American football team, which has been embroiled in some controversy over the name. Built by... Read more of this article
Video: Free Buzz Coffee For Digicel Customers
“Days after offering postpaid customers 150 free minutes of international talk time, an exciting partnership with Buzz gives all Digicel customers the opportunity to avail of a free coffee this week,” the company announced today [Oct 29]. Alistair Beak, CEO of Digicel Bermuda advises; “As part of our network restoration celebration and... Read more of this article
Photos: Thanksgiving Gathering At City Hall
[Updated] Anglican Bishop of Bermuda, Nicholas Dill joined with other churches and community groups today [Oct 29] at City Hall in Hamilton to hold a special service to thank Bermuda’s “hurricane heroes.” Bishop Nicholas Dill said, “We want to thank God for bringing us through two storms and for Bermuda’s resilience and acknowledge and... Read more of this article
Darts Association 2013/2014 League Awards
The Bermuda Darts Association held their annual Price Presentation night on Monday [Oct 27] at The Docksiders Pub & Restaurant on Front Street. Ryan Kromer collecting his Most Improved Player Award from Darts Assc President Eric Lewis. Awards for the 2013/2014 League Season as follows. League Champions – Vasco da Gama 1 Runners up –... Read more of this article
